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Jordan rules | Legacy time? | Ohio travels with Poobah May 13, 2025

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Ohio State is getting it done in New Jersey. The Garden State used to be Penn State's recruiting playground. No longer.

The Buckeyes will have Jersey natives Davison Igbinosun, Jaylen McClain, De'Zie Jones, Quincy Porter, Deshawn Stewart and Tyrone Malone on the roster.

Another Jersey guy - Class of 2026 defensive back Jordan Thomas - verbally committed to Ohio State on Monday.

We break it all down with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter.

We also delve into the offer for Jett Washington, Ohioans that could earn an offer and how QB is looking for the Class of 2026.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

What does Buckeyes' post-spring depth chart look like? May 12, 2025

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What does Ohio State's depth chart look like now that spring practice and the spring transfer portal window are in the rear view mirror? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin delve into that and more on the Monday 5ish.

Bucknuts Happy Hour: National championship vs. beating Michigan May 10, 2025

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In this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a close look at the natty or beat Michigan debate from Ohio State's perspective.

Michigan to get hit with heavy sanctions? Slap on wrist? Somewhere in between? May 09, 2025

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Depending on who you listen to, Michigan's penalties could be anywhere from severe, to barely a slap on the wrist. However, the university did self-impose a two-game suspension on head coach Sherrone Moore recently, and the NCAA has reportedly scheduled its Committee on Infractions hearing for June 6-7. What do we think will happen?

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

Dean, Poobah go camping | Pipeline production May 08, 2025

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The Dean. The Grand Poobah. On the road. Same destination.

Wednesday's workout at Delaware Hayes high in the Columbus suburbs likely needed extra security given our guys in the same place to handle paparazzi.

Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter were there to see Favour Akih and other Ohioans show and have a complete report.

We also dive deep on two Glenville possibilities as Mark travels to spend his day at Pipeline High.

All that plus a huge (possible) commitment coming on Monday.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Knowles speaks about departure from OSU | How might B1G race shape up this year? May 07, 2025

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Jim Knowles spoke about his departure from Ohio State and what led up to it during a wide-ranging interview with Heather Dinich of ESPN on Tuesday. What did we make of Knowles' comments? And is there a chance things worked out well in this situation for all parties involved? Ohio State is very happy with the hiring of Matt Patricia as defensive coordinator. Penn State is happy about poaching Knowles from the Buckeyes. And Knowles is happy to be in his home state making north of $3 million per year.

Yes, there's a very good chance it worked out well for all sides, but it's still an interesting story. And keep in mind we just heard one side of the story in Dinich's piece.

Also on today's show, what might the race for the Big Ten championship look like this year? What about the national title? How are those Heisman odds looking?

Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to delve into all of that and more.

All caught up with Hartline | Elbert's exit | Where is The Poobah? May 06, 2025

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Californian? In.

Ohioan? Out.

Trend? We had to bring in Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter for such weighty topics.

Our dynamic duo attempts to put in perspective the addition of Kayden Dixon-Wyatt and the exit of Elbert Hill. If you need details, we've got 'em. If you need opinions ... we've got those, too.

The Poobah also checks in from the road with a litany of vibes on prospects he's seen over the last week in Ohio. Jamier Brown update? Quality time with RJ Day and his pops? All of that ... and more.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

OSU lands another coveted WR recruit | 2025 OL looks good | Which backup DT will play most snaps? May 05, 2025

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Stop us if you have heard this one before: Brian Hartline landed a top wide receiver recruit for Ohio State.

Yes, the best in the business at recruiting -- and developing -- WRs struck again on Sunday. The Buckeyes received a commitment from Kayden Dixon-Wyatt who is ranked as the No. 6 WR in the country and the No. 59 overall prospect in the 2026 class. Ohio State has the No. 3 class in the country in the 247Sports Composite rankings, and the Buckeyes have the second-best average player rating. Dixon-Wyatt becomes the fourth wideout in OSU's class and is the third-highest ranked player in the class, behind WR Chris Henry Jr. and safety Blaine Bradford.

Also on today's show, Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin are going to take a close look inside the trenches for Ohio State this season. In quite a twist from last year at this time, the offensive line looks strong, but there are big concerns about defensive tackle depth. If we had to pick, which one of these guys will play the most snaps as the top backup DT this season: Tywone Malone, Eric Mensah, Jason Moore or Will Smith Jr.? Who would you choose?

All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

Bucknuts Happy Hour: 10 players who stood out during Ohio State's spring practices. May 02, 2025

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On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a look at 10 players who stood out during spring ball for the Buckeyes.

Portal all dried up at defensive tackle? Is Buckeyes' roster set? May 02, 2025

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Unless something drastically changes, it does not appear as though Ohio State will add a defensive tackle via the transfer portal. As head coach Ryan Day said earlier this week, the Buckeyes have been looking, but they are not going to add a DT just for the sake of doing it. Does this basically mean Ohio State's roster is set for 2025? That is one of the subjects tackled by Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle on the Friday 5ish.

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